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UGY 589S

1977 MG Midget

White Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,892 mi
Last recorded92,892 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGY 589S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 92,892 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 92,766 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 92,471 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 92,470 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,345 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 92,336 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 92,335 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 92,284 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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UGY 589S is a 1977 MG Midget in White with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UGY 589S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UGY 589S?

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What year was UGY 589S registered?

UGY 589S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is UGY 589S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGY 589S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGY 589S have outstanding finance?

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